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May 2023
38m 48s

Joel Embiid Finally Gets His MVP and Six...

The Ringer
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Joel Embiid finally gets his highly sought-after NBA MVP award after being the runner-up to Nikola Jokic the past two seasons. However, the Sixers were crushed by the Celtics in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, and head back to Philly with the series tied 1-1. Chris and Raheem discuss the issues that went into the big loss, and whether Embiid should’ve waited to make his return in Philly.

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Raheem Palmer

Producer: Cliff Augustin

Music By: Jackson Greenberg and Teddy Grossman

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